TY  - JOUR
AB  - Purpose The purpose of this paper is to describe a study which aimed to develop and validate an assessment method for the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) 80001-1 (IEC, 2010) standard (the Standard); raise awareness; improve medical IT-network project risk management processes; and improve intensive care unit patient safety.Design/methodology/approach An assessment method was developed and piloted. A healthcare IT-network project assessment was undertaken using a semi-structured group interview with risk management stakeholders. Participants provided feedback via a questionnaire. Descriptive statistics and thematic analysis was undertaken.Findings The assessment method was validated as fit for purpose. Participants agreed (63 per cent, n=7) that assessment questions were clear and easy to understand, and participants agreed (82 per cent, n=9) that the assessment method was appropriate. Participant’s knowledge of the Standard increased and non-compliance was identified. Medical IT-network project strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats in the risk management processes were identified.Practical implications The study raised awareness of the Standard and enhanced risk management processes that led to improved patient safety. Study participants confirmed they would use the assessment method in future projects.Originality/value Findings add to knowledge relating to IEC 80001-1 implementation.
VL  - 30
IS  - 5
SN  - 0952-6862
DO  - 10.1108/IJHCQA-05-2016-0074
UR  - https://doi.org/10.1108/IJHCQA-05-2016-0074
AU  - Kielty Lucy Ann
PY  - 2017
Y1  - 2017/01/01
TI  - Improving ICU risk management and patient safety
T2  - International Journal of Health Care Quality Assurance
PB  - Emerald Publishing Limited
SP  - 445
EP  - 457
Y2  - 2024/04/20
ER  -